NEWARK
COMMUNITY GARDEN
Fairfield Park
Fairfield Park
Community Garden
Fairfield Park
491 Stamford Drive
Newark DE 19711
Fairfield Park Garden Area
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Site has accessibility to water
Fenced to keep out animals
Existing storage building
Full sun exposure
Parking
• Shade area
• Other park amenities
• Portable toilet
• Pavilion
• Picnic tables
• Play equipment
Community Garden Committee
• Establish rules for the area
• Work with the Parks & Recreation Department
• Educate the community
Community Garden Uses
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Fruits
Vegetables
Herbs
Berries
Flowers
Proposed Community Garden Design
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4’x10’ Raised garden beds
3 Composting sites
Leaf mulch dumping area
1 Existing water bib and 1
proposed bib
• 5’ Walkways
• 8-12 Hours of sunlight per
day
4’ x 10’ Raised Garden Beds
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Optimal drainage and aeration of soil
Ability to control and monitor soil consistence
Ease of planting and harvesting
Well defined pathways and garden plots
Accessible Garden Plots
Allow people of all ages and abilities to garden
Benefits of Community Gardens
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Physical activity
Appreciation of nature
Education
Food production
Community development
Socialization
Cultural preservation
Community Gardens Produce More Than Vegetables